The hymn is a poetic meditation on the Gospel story (Luke 7:36–50), written from the perspective of the sinful woman. It beautifully blends sorrow, repentance, and longing for forgiveness, offering a reflection on the contrast between human frailty and divine mercy.
the raising of Lazarus of Bethany from the dead—a sign of victory over death and a prelude to the glory of Pascha.
Sr. Paraskeva reveals that the renowned politician and current owner of FCSB (Steaua București) is one of their great benefactors. “We are supported by our sponsors, one of whom is Mr. George Becali, along with others.
By the Archangel’s declaration to the Virgin Mary that “the Lord is with you”, it indicated that the flesh of Jesus was already in the womb of the immaculate one, thus she became Theotokos on the day she received the good news.
the bishop reminded the godparents about the need to teach the newly baptized how to “keep their garments clean”.
With the blessings of Bishop Silvester of Jinja, Bishop Constantine of Juba celebrated the Divine Liturgy in Jinja on…
Bishop Silvester Kisitu of Jinja & Eastern Uganda visited Busia Orthodox Community on Sunday, 22 September 2024. He attended the…
The grand feast of the Falling Asleep of the most glorious Theotokos and ever-virgin Mary in Jinja started with the…
His Eminence Metropolitan Bartholomew of Polyana and Kilkis in Greece arrived on Monday 1, 2024 at Entebbe International Airport ahead…
CHRIST IS RISEN! TRULY, HE IS RISEN! Dear Brethren, We celebrate this triumphant event in these words of the Troparion.…